Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.Y.Pai
Source:
tro
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 44: 122 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225482
Common Names
- Chinese Morina
- Morina chinensis
- Morina
Description
Morina chinensis (also called Chinese Morina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a thick stem with large, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as meadows and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Morina chinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Morina chinensis is white, with five petals, and the seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Morina chinensis is a shrub native to East Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Morina chinensis
Morina chinensis is native to Asia and can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of the continent.
Morina chinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Morina chinensis?
Morina chinensis
What is the common name of Morina chinensis?
Morina
What is the natural habitat of Morina chinensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Morina genus
Morina subinermis,
Morina persica,
Morina kokanica,
Morina ludlowii,
Morina polyphylla,
Morina coulteriana,
Morina parviflora,
Morina longifolia,
Morina chlorantha,
Morina nepalensis,
Morina alba,
Morina kokonorica,
Morina chinensis,
Morina bracteata,
Morina lorifolia,
Species in the Caprifoliaceae family
Bassecoia bretschneideri,
Bassecoia siamensis,
Bassecoia hookeri,
Cephalaria duzceensis,
Cephalaria alpina,
Cephalaria ambrosioides,
Cephalaria anatolica,
Cephalaria aristata,
Cephalaria armeniaca,
Cephalaria armerioides,
Cephalaria armoraciifolia,
Cephalaria attenuata,
Cephalaria axillaris,
Cephalaria aytachii,
Cephalaria balansae,
Cephalaria balkharica,
Cephalaria beijiangensis,
Cephalaria calcarea,
Cephalaria cedrorum,
Cephalaria charadzeae,
Cephalaria cilicica,
Cephalaria coriacea,
Cephalaria dagestanica,
Cephalaria decurrens,
Cephalaria demetrii,
Cephalaria dichaetophora,
Cephalaria dirmilensis,
Cephalaria ekimiana,
Cephalaria elazigensis,
Cephalaria elmaliensis,
Cephalaria fanourii,
Cephalaria flava,
Cephalaria foliosa,
Cephalaria galpiniana,
Cephalaria gazipashensis,
Cephalaria gigantea,
Cephalaria goetzei,
Cephalaria hakkiarica,
Cephalaria hirsuta,
Cephalaria humilis,
Cephalaria integrifolia,
Cephalaria isaurica,
Cephalaria joppensis,
Cephalaria juncea,
Cephalaria katangensis,
Cephalaria kesruanica,
Cephalaria kotschyi,
Cephalaria laevigata,
Cephalaria leucantha,
Cephalaria litvinovii,
References
Yin Yüan Pai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Y.Pai' in the authors string.